Porsche 911 vs. BMW M8
In comparing the Porsche 911's and the BMW M8's specifications and ratings, the Porsche 911 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and resale value. The BMW M8 has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Porsche 911's and the BMW M8's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Porsche 911 vs. BMW M8 Pricing
For a new model, the Porsche 911's price is between $149,826 and $286,624, with the BMW M8 priced between $151,548 and $168,155.
Porsche 911 vs. BMW M8 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Porsche 911 loses 26.7 percent of its value and the BMW M8 loses 47.9 percent of its value. This means the Porsche 911 retains 21.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW M8.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Porsche 911’s base engine makes 379 horsepower, and the BMW M8 base engine makes 617 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are sports cars, the BMW M8 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more cargo space.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
149826 - 286624
Used Asking Price:
169909 - 314169
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.26718
Pricing
New Asking Price:
151548 - 168155
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.479214
Porsche 911 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.193415 / 10
Reliability:
7.88683 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW M8 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Porsche 911 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 40Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 19Ranking
4 out of / 40Ranking
5 out of / 40Ranking
5 out of / 23Ranking
6 out of / 40Ranking
8 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 40Ranking
15 out of / 18Ranking
23 out of / 30BMW M8 Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 26Ranking
5 out of / 26Ranking
6 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 40Ranking
9 out of / 40Ranking
10 out of / 40Ranking
16 out of / 18Ranking
20 out of / 26Ranking
25 out of / 30Ranking
35 out of / 40Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Porsche 911 Trim Levels
Carrera, Carrera 4, Carrera 4 GTS, Carrera 4S, Carrera GTS, Carrera S, Targa 4, Targa 4 GTS, Targa 4S, Targa 50 Years Porsche Design, Turbo, Turbo S, Carrera T, Dakar, GT3, GT3 RS, GT3 Touring
BMW M8 Trim Levels
Competition
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
379 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
331 foot-lbs @ 1950 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.108 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
617 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
553 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.135 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 22 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
302 / 442 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
4.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
68.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
29.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
45.7 inches
Cargo Space:
12.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
81.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3508 lbs
Width:
79.7 inches
Height:
51.1 inches
Length:
177.9 inches
Wheelbase:
96.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4560 lbs
Width:
84.1 inches
Height:
53.3 inches
Length:
191.8 inches
Wheelbase:
111.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/35R20